Royal Reserve Reports Record of Over 11,000 Beehives This Season

During the recent Talh and Sidr beekeeping seasons at the Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve, over 11,400 beehives were documented, highlighting efforts to promote sustainable apiculture and safeguard the Kingdom's ecosystems. As reported by the reserve's Development Authority, 11,439 beehives were registered by early July under the regulated seasonal beekeeping initiative.

The Talh season featured 8,050 beehives from 99 beekeepers, while the Sidr season included 3,389 beehives from 55 beekeepers. Notably, a female beekeeper participated in the Talh season. This seasonal programme is governed by regulations aimed at preserving vegetation while enabling sustainable resource use.